Fall in Indiana can be unpredictable. One day you are enjoying a warm day with the windows open. The next morning, you are searching for fuzzy socks and wondering who turned off the sun.
While you can’t control the weather, you do have control over the temperature inside your home.
If you’re still walking over to the thermostat every time you feel uncomfortable, this fall might be the perfect time to consider a smart thermostat. These devices make managing your home comfort easier, help you use your HVAC system more efficiently and even let you adjust the temperature without missing a moment of the show you’re currently binge-watching.
Your Thermostat Can Learn Your Routine
While a traditional thermostat holds the temperature you set, a smart thermostat can do much more.
Depending on the model, smart thermostats allow you to create heating and cooling schedules around your family’s routine. You can lower the temperature while everyone is at work or school, then have the house warm and comfortable by the time everyone returns.
Some models can also help automate temperature adjustments. That means fewer trips to the thermostat. It also means your coldest family member won’t feel the need to crank the heat up to tropical vacation levels because they felt chilly for 30 seconds.
Better temperature control can also help your HVAC system operate more efficiently. Instead of heating or cooling an empty house at the same temperature all day, you can adjust your schedule based on when you actually need it.
Control the Temp From Almost Anywhere
We’ve all taken a vacation only to wonder shortly after the plane takes off if we adjusted the thermostat. With a smart thermostat, there is no need to panic.
Many smart thermostats connect to an app that allows you to check and change your home’s temperature from your smartphone. You can turn the heat down after leaving home or warm things up before returning.
Remote access can be especially helpful during Indiana’s colder months. If temperatures suddenly drop while you are away, you can check your home’s temperature and adjust it with a few swipes.
Some smart thermostats can even send alerts about unusual activity or remind you when HVAC maintenance is due. Basically, your thermostat gets smarter while asking for considerably less attention than most other things in your house.
Fall Is a Smart Time to Make the Switch
Fall is already a natural time to think about your heating system. Before your furnace settles in for another long winter, consider whether your thermostat is helping your HVAC system do its job. ENERGY STAR reports that certified smart thermostats can save homeowners about 8% on heating and cooling costs, or around $50 a year on average.
Of course, you need to consider the age of your HVAC system and whether a smart thermostat is compatible. That is where the pros at Complete Comfort Heating, Air & Plumbing can help. Our team will work with you to determine whether a smart thermostat is right for your home.
And if you choose to move forward, we also make sure it’s installed correctly.
Simply call us at (317) 934-6591 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.